g l o b a l d i s c o v e r yglobal engagement and mobility opportunities

Fall 2017 Deadlines

USF World created Global Discovery, a digital resource, to highlight opportunities for engaging with the global research community. Please feel free to contact USF World for further information about Global Discovery at aavalon@usf.edu.

Global DiscoveryA Digital Resource Guide

EXPLOREProgram InformationFunding for TravelOpportunities for Engagement

USF WORLDg l o b a l d i s c o v e r y t e a m :

Kiki Caruson, PhDAssistant Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Global Affairs

Laurel Thomas, MAInternational Research and Global Engagement Manager

Alexxis Avalon, PhDInternational Research Administrator

USF World Website:www.usf.edu/world/

Grants & Funding:www.usf.edu/world/resources/funding.aspx

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Eligibility:USF undergraduate students only.

USF Peace Corps Prep Contact:Alexxis Avalon, PhDPeace Corps Prep Coordinatoraavalon@usf.edu

USF WorldAttn: Peace Corps Prep4202 East Fowler Avenue, CGS 101Tampa, FL 33620

USF Peace Corps:http://www.usf.edu/world/centers/peace-corps.aspx

Peace Corps Prep Website:https://www.peacecorps.gov/volunteer/university-programs/peace-corps-prep/

Peace Corps Website:https://www.peacecorps.gov/volunteer/

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PEACE CORPS PREP AT USF!Peace Corps and the University of South Florida announced a new partnership centered on an undergraduate program called Peace Corps Prep. Students who join the Peace Corps Prep program will combine targeted coursework with hands-on experience, building the competencies needed to be strong Peace Corps volunteers or other international development specialists.

Peace Corps Prep will be structured as an interdisciplinary program that provides students opportunities to hone their leadership skills, intercultural competencies, foreign language ability, and career readiness. Completion of the program will give students a competitive edge when applying for Peace Corps service or for jobs in the international arena. Peace Corps Prep graduates will be able to engage meaningfully and effectively with diverse people, places, events, challenges, and opportunities.

“As a globally engaged university committed to addressing the challenges of the 21st century, the work of the Peace Corps speaks directly to USF’s strategic goal for positive societal change. The Peace Corps Prep program represents a profound opportunity for the University of South Florida to continue our commitment to graduate globally competent students. We are delighted to work in partnership with the Peace Corps and we are proud of our status as a top producer of Peace Corps volunteers.”

- University of South Florida System President Judy Genshaft

The Peace Corps has Peace Corps Prep partnerships with more than 75 leading academic institutions nationwide. Established in 2007, the program aims to meet the demand for Peace Corps volunteers with a broad and relevant set of expertise, and to support schools’ efforts to provide substantive, globally focused experiences for their students.

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Funding:$100,000

Duration:1 year

Programs of Interest:Foreign Policy

Deadline:October 31, 2017

More Information:https://www.cfr.org/fel-lowships/international-af-fairs-fellowship

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS FELLOWSHIPEstablished in 1967, the International Affairs Fellowship (IAF) is the hallmark fellowship program of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). It aims to bridge the gap between the study and making of US foreign policy by creating the next generation of scholar-practitioners. The program offers its fellows the unique chance to experience a new field and gain a different perspective at a pivotal moment in their careers. Academics are thus placed in public service and policy-oriented settings, while government officials are placed in scholarly settings.

Over the years, the IAF program has produced approximately six hundred alumni that span the who’s who of the US foreign policy community, including a former secretary and several undersecretaries of state, US ambassadors to NATO and the United Nations, and many other influential leaders in government, academia, and the private sector.

Applicants must:

• be US citizens

• be mid-career professionals

• possess a strong record of professional achievement

• have a firm grounding in and a demonstrated commitment to the field of foreign policy

• While a PhD is not a requirement, applicants must hold at least a bachelor’s degree

The duration of the fellowship is twelve months, preferably beginning in September. The program awards a stipend of $100,000. Fellows are considered independent contractors rather than employees of CFR, and are not eligible for employment benefits, including health insurance.

Candidates who are selected as IAF finalists are notified in January, with finalist interviews scheduled in January and February. In March 2018, those selected for the fellowships will be notified.

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The David and Lucile Packard Foundation seeks to solve complex global challenges requiring long-term commitment to create lasting change. They select partners thoughtfully, review their progress, and adjust strategies when needed. The Packard Foundation’s resources are small compared to global challenges, so they are unable to fund all requests they receive. In a typical year, about 15 percent of their grants are awarded to first-time grantees and less than one percent come from unsolicited proposals.Grants are made only for charitable, educational, or scientific purposes, primarily from tax-exempt charitable organizations.

The Population and Reproductive Health Program seeks to promote women’s reproductive health and rights and to stabilize population growth. The health and well-being of women, youth and their families improves when they have access to reproductive health information and services. In turn, when women and families are healthy, their communities are stronger, economic opportunities are greater and countries can better

meet the needs of their people. Applications are continuous.

Funding is through these Subprograms: 1. South Asia 2. Sub-Saharan Africa 3. United States

Innovation Initiatives: Making Quality MatterLearn about their global Quality Innovation Challenge to improve quality in sexual and reproductive health. Interested grantseekers may submit an email inquiry, not to exceed one page, to population@packard.org. Only inquiries that clearly support a particular subprogram strategy and fall within the subprogram’s geographic priorities will be considered. Every attempt is made to review and respond to inquiries within 4-6 weeks.

S U P P O R TFunding:Varies upon project

Duration:Varies

Programs of Interest:• Climate• Ocean• Land• Science• Population and

Reproductive Health• Children, Families,

Communities• Local Grantmaking• Agriculture, Livelihoods,

and Conservation• Institutional Support

Deadline:Varies

More Information:https://www.packard.org/what-we-fund/

C O N N E C TFunding:There is no specific minimum or maximum level for a main round project. The funding pot is however limited. In previous rounds awards have ranged from £80,000 to £310,000 (approximately $104,200 to $404,100) for a 3 -year project.

Duration:1-4 years

Programs of Interest:• Agro-biodiversity that

generates alternative livelihoods.

• Food security and water security.

• Biodiversity and health integrating natural capital related data, information, and knowledge into policy development and decision making.

• Enhancing the extent and management of protected areas in the marine environment.

Deadline:December 1, 2017

More Information:https://www.gov.uk/guidance/darwin-initiative-applying-for-main-project-funding

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Local people fishing in the mangroves. Credit: Blue Ventures- Brian Jones.

DARWIN INITIATIVEThe Darwin Initiative supports developing countries to conserve biodiversity and reduce poverty. The initiative provides grants for projects working to help developing countries meet their objectives under the:• Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD);• Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-sharing (ABS);• International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and

Agriculture (ITPGRFA);• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Flora

and Fauna (CITES).

Darwin projects are expected to address key threats affecting biodiversity including:• Habitat loss or degradation• Climate change• Invasive species• Over-exploitation

There are no restrictions on the location or nationality of applicants, but projects must benefit biodiversity and local communities in developing countries.

Organizations making the application must have experience of managing similar projects in developing countries and be able to demonstrate financial stability and provide audited accounts. The proposed project leader must have suitable qualifications or at least 10 years’ experience working on similar projects in developing countries.

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The Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water (PSIPW)

is a scientific prize with a focus on innovation. Established in 2002 by

HRH Crown Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz, it rewards the efforts made

by scientists, inventors and research organizations around the world

which contribute to the sustainable availability of potable water and the

alleviation of the escalating global problem of water scarcity.

PSIPW awards a suite of five biennial prizes, covering the entire

water research landscape. In this way, PSIPW encourages research to find

solutions to the various water-related challenges facing the world today.

The Surface Water Prize covers every aspect of the study and

development of surface water resources. The Groundwater Prize

awards work related to all aspects of the study and development of

groundwater resources. The Alternative Water Resources Prize covers

desalination, waste water treatment, and other non-traditional sources of

water. The Water Management & Protection Prize addresses the use,

management, and protection of water resources.

Worth USD $266,000, the Creativity Prize is by nomination only.

Universities, university departments, research institutes, companies, and

agencies can nominate individuals and teams of researchers for this prize.

The Creativity Prize is awarded to an innovator or pioneer for water-related

scientific work that can rightly be considered a breakthrough in any water-

related field. The work might be a body of research, an invention, or a new

patented technology.

S U S T A I NFunding:• There are 4 specialized

prizes, each worth $133,000:

1. Surface Water Prize2. Groundwater Prize3. Alternative Water

Resources Prize4. Water Management &

Protection Prize.and• There is one Creativity

Prize worth $266,000.

Duration: Varies depending upon the project accepted by the committee.

Programs of Interest:Various topics dealing with water and sustainability. Eligible works include published research papers, published books, andregistered patents within thepast 5 years.

Deadline:December 31, 2017

More information:http://www.psipw.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=arti-cle&id=34&Itemid=152&lang=en

EC O L L A B O R AT EFunding:Awards vary depending upon the Faculty Engagement Outreach Program.

Duration:Varies - Most awards are in the $40,000-$70,000 range. The maximum amount a Principal Investigator can request is $150,000.

Programs of Interest:• Computational Neuroscience• Geo/Maps• Human-Computer Interaction• Information Retrieval, Extraction,

and Organization (including Semantic Graphs)

• Machine Learning and Data Mining• Machine Perception• Machine Translation• Mobile• Natural Language Processing• Networking• Physical Interfaces and Immersive

Experiences• Privacy• Security• Software Engineering and

Programming Languages• Speech• Structured Data and Database

Management• Systems (Hardware and Software)

Deadline:September 30, 2017

More Information: https://research.google.com/research-outreach.html#/research-outreach/faculty-engagement

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Google supports and participates in the academic research community through meaningful engagement with university faculty. Their ongoing programs provide funding for academic research, as well as enable faculty to collaborate with Google researchers.

The Faculty Research Awards program provides unrestricted gifts to support research at institutions around the world. The program is focused on funding world-class technical research in Computer Science, Engineering, and related fields.

Focused Research Awards fund specific research in areas of study that are of key interest to Google and the research community. These awards are larger, multi-year commitments to support research that will have significant impact on the field.

Visiting Faculty Program - Google hosts several Visiting Faculty at our offices globally. These top faculty members conduct research while embedded within various Google teams.

The Earth Engine Research Awards aim to develop advanced geospatial analysis techniques and tools, by supporting world-class, permanent faculty doing technical research in remote sensing, and related fields.

Google Research Awards for Latin America program provides unrestricted gifts to universities to support the work of world-class permanent faculty members and their students who are pursuing cutting-edge research in specific fields related to Computer Science at top universities in Latin America.

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Funding:USAI provides grants of up to $15,000 toward support of artist fees, travel, accommodations, per diem, shipping and visa preparation.

Duration:Varies depending upon festival.

Programs of Interest:Artists for world stages: Dance, Music, and Theatre.

Deadlines:• September 7, 2017 for

projects taking place between December 15, 2017 - December 14, 2018.

• December 1, 2017 for projects taking place between March 15, 2018 - March 14, 2019.

• April 5, 2018 for projects taking place between July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019.

More Information:http://www.midatlanticarts.org/wp-content/uploads/USAI-FY18-Guidelines-Final.pdf

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Dorrance Dance performing at the Hong Kong Arts Festival.

USARTISTS INTERNATIONALUSArtists International supports performances by US artists at important

cultural festivals and arts marketplaces around the globe. Committed to

the presence of US based artists on world stages, USArtists International

provides grants to ensembles and individual performers in dance, music

and theatre invited to perform at significant international festivals and

performing arts markets.

USAI encourages and promotes the vibrant diversity of US artists and

creative expression in the performing arts by expanding opportunity and

exposure to international audiences, encouraging international cultural

exchange and enhancing the creative and professional development of US

based artists by providing connections with presenters, curators and artists

around the world. USAI extends the reach and impact of professional touring

artists and ensembles from the United States and is committed to expanded

touring opportunities for continued sustainability of US artists.

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USA and CHINA: Innovations at the Nexus of Food, Energy, and Water Systems

The NSF Engineering and Geosciences Directorates (ENG and GEO) and the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) Department of Engineering and Material Sciences (DEMS) and Department of Geosciences are partnering to encourage joint research by US - China teams collaborating on fundamental research that addresses critical environmental sustainability challenges - NSF 17-099.

The initiative goals for “Innovations at the Nexus of Food, Energy, and Water Systems for US and China (INFEWS:US-China)” are to: 1) significantly advance our understanding of the food-energy-water system through quantitative and computational modeling and 2) enable research that will lead to innovative human and technological solutions to critical Food, Energy and Water (FEW) systems problems.

These two goals require systems approaches, which may be defined at a wide range of temporal and spatial scales, locally to globally. Each proposal must define the FEW systems intended for study, identifying the systems boundaries and the primary food and energy and water components in these systems. Although many disciplinary challenges remain in FEW systems research, this initiative intends to foster new lines of research that emerge only in an interdisciplinary context. US-based researchers, through their US institutions, may submit unsolicited proposals to collaborate with China-based researchers on the INFEWS topic described above to a central NSF receiving program for such proposals. More information on submittal procedures is posted at: https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=501027.

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Funding:Every proposal must include the participation of researchers from at least one US institution and at least one institution in China. NSF will fund the US researchers of winning teams (up to a total of USD $500,000 for 4 years for each winning proposal), while NSFC will fund the China researchers of winning teams (up to a total of 3 million yuan for 4 years for each winning proposal). In total, no more than 7 joint NSF-NSFC project grants are expected to be funded.

Duration:4 years

Programs of Interest:1. Quantitative and computational modeling of a FEW system2. Innovative human and technological solutions to critical FEW systems problems

Deadline:The submission window is October 1 - October 20, 2017 - and the Deadline is October 20, 2017 at 5:00 PM on submitter’s local time.

More Information:https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2017/nsf17099/nsf17099.jsp?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT.mc_ev=click

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Funding:The funding provided is flexible and based on the type of support requested in the proposal. There is no recommended funding limit. Expenses for experiments, equipment, or computations, as well as for personnel and travel, are allowable.

Duration:Up to 5 years

Programs of Interest:Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Physical Sciences, and Computer Science.

Deadline:Rolling

More Information and Other Funding:https://www.simonsfoundation.org/funding/funding-opportunities/mathematics-physical-sciences/

and

https://www.simonsfoundation.org/funding/funding-opportunities/mathematics-physical-sciences/targeted-grants-in-mps/application-instructions/

Contact Information:mps@simonsfoundation.org

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TARGETED GRANTS In Mathematics and Physical Sciences

The Simons Foundation’s Mathematics and Physical Sciences (MPS) division invites applications for its new Targeted Grants in MPS program. The program is intended to support high-risk theoretical mathematics, physics and computer science projects of exceptional promise and scientific importance on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) through proposalCENTRAL (https://proposalcentral.altum.com/default.asp). The deadline is rolling and an applicant can submit at any time.

Please coordinate submission of the proposal with the appropriate officials in accordance with institution policies. For projects with Principal Investigator (PIs) at different institutions, the LOI should be signed and submitted by the PI designated as the main PI with the involvement of his/her institution.

LOI Requirements Include: 1) Research plan (two-page limit, plus up to one page for references and figures): Signed by the main PI on letterhead, which includes a brief summary of the support requested, including the names of the other PI(s) involved, if applicable, the scientific goals, background relevant to the application, and a brief budget justification. 2) A tentative yearly budget (two-page limit) indicating total amount and major expense categories with proposed start and end dates.

Applicants will be notified within two months of the LOI submission.

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JAPAN FOUNDATION NY

Performing Arts Japan

This program is designed to provide financial assistance for non-profit

organizations in the US and Canada that aim to introduce Japanese

performing arts to local audiences. PAJ Touring Grants help present

Japanese performing arts at multiple locations in the United States

and Canada, with an emphasis on locations outside major metropolitan

areas. PAJ Collaboration Grants help Japanese and American/Canadian

artists develop a new work, which will further an appreciation of

Japanese culture when presented to American/Canadian audiences. The

grants are made to nonprofit organizations in the US and Canada only.

JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture

The Japan Foundation New York office (JFNY) accepts applications from

non-profit organizations for projects JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture are

given on a rolling basis throughout the year at least 3 months prior

to the project’s starting date. This grant aims to support projects that

will further understanding of Japanese arts and culture. Successful

projects may be granted up to $5,000. Priority will be given to those

projects that have secured additional funding from sources other than

the Japan Foundation. This Funding Opportunity is only for US-based

institutions/organizations with 501(C)3 status.

C R E A T EFunding:• Performing Arts Japan

(PAJ) Grant varies depending upon project.

• Grants are made on a cost-sharing basis. PAJ will not fund more than 50% of the project costs, nor will it fund the overhead and administrative costs of the applicant organization.

• JFNY Grant for Arts and Culture is $5,000.

Duration:The proposed project must take place during July 1, 2018 and June 30, 2019.

Programs of Interest:Work that reflects the Japanese Culture in Performing Arts.

Deadline:October 31, 2017 at 5:00 PM EST.Applications Reviewed December 2017. Notification of award is April 2018.

More Information:http://www.jfny.org/arts_and_culture/paj.html

The Japan Foundation, New York Attention: PAJ Program1700 Broadway, 15th FloorNew York, NY 10019

Image courtesy of Japan Foundation NY.

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Funding:Varies

Duration:Varies

Programs of Interest:Applications in all disciplines of the humanities and related social sciences are welcome. The program supports the study of Chinese culture and society in all periods.

Working knowledge of Chinese is required for both the Pre-Dissertation and Postdoctoral Fellowships.

Applications that propose research in Hong Kong, Tibet, and Taiwan are eligible.

Deadline:Completed applications must be submitted through the ACLS Online Fellowship Application system no later than 9 pm Eastern Standard Time, early November, 2017.

More Information:http://www.acls.org/programs/china-studies/

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CHINA STUDIES The Luce Foundation/ACLS Program in China Studies seeks to maintain Chinese studies in the United States through fellowships and grants, primarily for scholars early in their careers with three competitions: 1) Pre-Dissertation Summer Travel Grants for Research in China enable doctoral candidates to spend 3-4 months gaining familiarity with work under way in archives and field sites in China and to establish formal and informal relations with Chinese institutions and colleagues in preparation for subsequent full-time research in China. Grants provide $5,000 for costs associated with travel to China (air and ground transportation, visas, and living expenses). 2) Postdoctoral Fellowships provide support for scholars in preparing their PhD dissertation research for publication or in embarking on a new research project. Funding supports work based on the applicant’s research in China with the aim of producing a scholarly text in English. Fellowships provide up to $50,000 for a maximum of one academic year and minimum of one semester. Stipends may be used for travel, living expenses, and research costs. 3) Collaborative Reading-Workshop Grants of up to $15,000 provide opportunities for scholars of different disciplines to share in-depth investigation of texts of Chinese periods, traditions, communities, or events in contemporary or historical times. Workshops must be held at a location in the US. The Program in China Studies is financially supported by the Henry Luce Foundation, with additional funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities for postdoctoral fellowships.

Image courtesy of Suriya Kankliang at FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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THE D. KIM FOUNDATION

Established in 2008, the D. Kim Foundation is dedicated to furthering

the study of the history of science and technology in modern East Asia

(primarily the twentieth century on). The Foundation provides annual

fellowships and grants to encourage and support graduate students and

young scholars in the field.

Comparative studies of East Asia and the West as well as studies in

related fields (mathematics, medicine and public health) are also welcome.

Fellowships and grants are not limited to students studying at US

universities; students at non-US universities are strongly encouraged to

apply.

The D. Kim Foundation proudly announces the new Conference/Workshop

grant program. The new grant intends to support scholars who plan to

present papers at international conferences or workshops. The foundation

will award the grant twice a year.

English is the official language of the Foundation. All application materials

(including sample chapters, papers, and essays) should be written in

English. All publications, workshops, and meetings that the Foundation

support use English only.

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Funding:• $55,000 for Postdoc

Fellowship• $45,000 for Visiting

Studentship• $25,000 for Dissertation

Fellowship• $2,500 for Traveling Grant• $2,500 for New

Conference Grant

Duration:Varies

Programs of Interest:The Foundation provides fellowships and grants to support graduate students and young scholars who are working in the history of science and technology in modern East Asia, regardless of their nationality, origins, or gender. Comparative studies of East Asia and the West as well as studies in related fields (mathematics, medicine and public health) are also welcome.

Deadline:December 1, 2017

More Information:http://dkimfoundation.org/wp1/fellowships/

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MARIE SKŁODOWSKA-CURIE ACTIONS

The Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions, named after the double Nobel Prize winning Polish-French scientist famed for her work on radioactivity, support researchers at all stages of their careers, irrespective of nationality. Researchers working across all disciplines, from life-saving healthcare to ‘blue-sky’ science, are eligible for funding. The MSCA also support industrial doctorates, combining academic research study with work in companies, and other innovative training that enhances employability and career development.

Scientists have the possibility to gain experience abroad and in the private sector, and to complete their training with competences or disciplines useful for their careers. Individual Fellowships provide support for experienced researchers undertaking mobility between countries with the option of working outside of academia. There are two types of Individual Fellowships: European and Global. Applicants must have a doctoral degree or at least four years of full-time research experience. All research areas can be funded, except those covered by the EURATOM Treaty. Mobility across borders is a must, and cross-sectional mobility is encouraged.

The grant provides an allowance to cover your living, travel and family costs. The grant is awarded to your host organization, usually a university, research center, or a company in Europe. The research costs and overheads of the host organization(s) are also supported. Program is made available via Horizon 2020 under the Main Pillar of Excellent Science.

D I S C O V E RFunding:Allowance to cover cost of living, travel, and family. Grant is awarded to host organization; research costs and overhead of host organization are also supported.

There are two types of Individual Fellowships:

1. European Fellowships: • Duration: 1-2 years• Held in the EU or associated

countries.• Open to researchers either

coming to Europe or moving within Europe.

• Can help to restart research careers after a break such as parental leave.

• Can also help reintegrate researchers coming back to Europe.

• Can also include a period of 3-6 months in another organization in Europe that would boost the impact of this fellowship.

2. Global Fellowships: • Duration: 2-3 years• Fund a researcher from

the EU or an associated country to travel to USF for collaboration.

Programs of Interest:All research areas can be funded except those covered by the EURATOM Treaty.

Deadline:September 14, 2017

More information: http://ec.europa.eu/research/mariecurieactions/

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Funding:Varies depending upon research funding and grant.

Duration:Varies

Programs of Interest:Natural Sciences, Technical Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Agriculture, Social Sciences, Humanities, and The Arts.

Deadline:Varies depending upon funding competitions and grants.

More Information:http://www.grants.at/to_the_database/EN/

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GRANTS.ATWhat is grants.at?

grants.at is Austria’s biggest online database for scholarships and research

grants for all academic areas. Financial support options for students,

graduates and researchers range from classical grants and scholarships,

allowances and prizes to extensive national, European and international

research support programs.

In more than 1,200 entries, grants.at offers information about:

Financial support measures for studying or research for Austrian outgoings,

international incomings, and national funding options. The scope of providers

of funding ranges from international organizations, the European Union,

national governments in Austria and abroad and their governments to private

foundations, associations and companies.

grants.at is an initiative of The Federal Ministry of Science, Research and

Economy and Austrian Agency for International Cooperation in Education and

Research - and has been expanded with financial support of the EU in the

framework of EURAXESS - Researchers in Motion.

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OTTO BENNEMANN GRANT

The aim of the Otto Bennemann Grant, awarded annually by the Georg Eckert Institute, is to promote work in textbook research which takes an innovative methodological approach. The grant’s purpose is to fund research work conducted in Braunschweig, Germany. The recipient must spend 2 months working at the Georg Eckert Institute.

Applications are expected to be of a high standard. In their application, candidates should clearly describe and detail the methodological approach taken by their research and explain why it is innovative. The research must be related to textbook-specific discourses. The application must include:• the complete fellowship application form (cover letter)• a curriculum vitae with a list of publications• detailed information on the subject of the work proposed• information regarding the current status of (preliminary) work on the

project and the schedule of work planned during the tenure of the grant at the Institute

• a list of literature present at the GEI that shall be consulted for the work on the project

• information on the expected final result of the work (monograph, post-doctoral thesis, etc.)

The grant holder is required to give a public lecture at the Georg Eckert Institute. Travel expenses are not automatically covered in connection with the grant. However, grant holders may apply for a travel expenses allowance. The allowance covers up to 50% of the grant holder’s travel

expenses, to a maximum of 500 EUR ($586) when funds are available.

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Funding:2,000 EURO a month/4,000 EURO for the duration of stay. Approximately $2,345 - $4,690.

Duration:2 months

Programs of Interest:Varies - See their website for more information:http://www.gei.de/fileadmin/gei.de/pdf/institut/Textbooks_between_innovation_and_tradition.pdf

Deadline:September 15, 2017

More information:Contact:Dr. Marcus OttoTel.: +49 (0)531 59099-298E-Mail: fellowship@gei.de

Application:http://www.gei.de/fileadmin/gei.de/pdf/ausschreibungen/Cover_Letter_Bennemann_Application_2018.pdf

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Funding:• Individual Funding:

up to EURO 80,000 (approximately $93,780 USD) for a maximum of 1 year.

• Project Team (of up to 4 partners) Funding: up to EURO 150,000 (approximately $175,890 USD) for a maximum of 1.5 years.

Duration:Depends upon the project.

Programs of Interest:The funding initiative is open to scientists at all career levels after the PhDworking in the humanities or cultural sciences. Scientists working theoreticallyin social sciences are also eligible to apply. The main applicant has to beemployed at a scientific institution in Germany.

Deadline:November 15, 2017

More Information: https://www.volkswagenstiftung.de/fileadmin/downloads/merkblaetter/MB_102_e.pdf

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NEW OPTIONS FOR HUMANITIES AND CULTURE STUDIES

New Options for the Humanities and Cultural Sciences was established in 2014 by the Volkswagen Foundation. The Foundation wishes to encourage scholars in the humanities and cultural studies to embark on projects of groundbreaking originality. Funding will be made available for initial exploration of the research idea.

With this funding initiative the Foundation is also treading new paths concerning the application and selection procedure in at least three different ways. In order to expedite processing and enable decisions in between 4 to 5 months, the selection procedure has been trimmed and made as straightforward as possible. There is also an innovative review process, combining pre-selection on the part of the Volkswagen Foundation, and final selection by a panel of experts. Anonymized review ensures that the originality of the idea remains the sole selection criterion.

Scope of Funding: The funding initiative comprises two Funding Line opportunities: Funding Line 1 “Komm! ins Offene...” The funding line addresses individual researchers, offering them the opportunity to initially explore their idea and subsequently describe it in an essay (up to EURO 80,000 (approximately $93,780 USD) for a maximum of 1 year). Funding Line 2 “Constellations” - The funding line addresses project teams comprising up to 4 applicants who wish to work together on a new research idea and test its feasibility in an initial exploratory phase, and subsequently co-author a publication on the results (up to EURO 150,000 (approximately $175,890 USD) for a maximum of 1.5 years).

Image courtesy of VolswagenStiftung.

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FUNDING FOR GERMANYVarious organizations in Germany fund research projects and individual

researchers. The largest organizations that award financial support to

individuals are the German Research Foundation (DFG) and the German

Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). In addition to these large funding

organizations, many other public and private bodies provide financial

support for science and research. Important donors include not only

Germany’s federal and state governments, but also the European Union.

DFG - Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft: The “Calls for Proposals -

Information for Researchers” website contains various calls for grants

and funding of both national and international contexts - includes

Ongoing Calls for Proposals and General Information for International

Cooperation.

DAAD - The German Academic Exchange Service: The Deutscher

Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) / German Academic Exchange

Service is a private, publicly funded, self governing organization of

higher education institutions in Germany. DAAD promotes international

academic relations and cooperation by offering mobility programs

primarily for students and faculty. Offers many scholarships and funding

opportunities for Undergraduate, Graduate, PhDs and Postdocs, as well

as, Faculty and Researchers.

D E L V E

Funding:Varies per project

Duration:Varies per project

Programs of Interest:International Programs, Individual Grants, Coordinated Programs, The Sciences, Humanities, Student Funding, andFaculty Research Funding.

Deadlines:Varies

More Information:

Research in Germany:http://www.research-in-germany.org/en/research-funding/funding-organisations.html

DFG Call for Proposals:http://www.dfg.de/en/research_funding/announcements_proposals/index.jsp

To learn more about DAAD, visit the English website of DAAD Germany: www.daad.de/en

C R E A T EFunding:

Duration:

Programs of Interest:

Deadline:

More Information:

g e r m a N y

THE BERLIN PRIZEThe Academy seeks to enrich transatlantic dialogue in the arts, humanities,

and public policy through the development and communication of projects

of the highest scholarly merit. For 2018-19, the Academy is also interested

in considering projects that address the themes of migration and social

integration, as well as questions of race in comparative perspective. For all

projects, the Academy asks that candidates explain the relevance of a stay in

Berlin to the development of their work.

Approximately twenty Berlin Prizes are conferred annually. Past recipients

have included anthropologists, art historians, historians, musicologists,

journalists, poets and writers, filmmakers, sociologists, legal scholars,

economists, and public policy experts, among others. Fellowships are

typically awarded for an academic semester. Bosch Fellowships in Public

Policy may be awarded for shorter stays of six to eight weeks. Benefits

include round-trip airfare, partial board, a $5,000 monthly stipend, and

accommodations at the Academy’s lakeside Hans Arnhold Center in Berlin.

Fellowships are restricted to US residents. US citizenship is not required.

Candidates in academic disciplines must have completed a PhD at the time

of application. Candidates working in other fields—such as journalism, film,

law, or public policy—must have equivalent professional degrees. Writers

should have published at least one book at the time of application. Please

note that artists, composers, and poets are invitation-only competitions.

S T U D Y

Funding:Fellowship benefits include round-trip airfare, housing at the Hans Arnhold Center, partial board, and a stipend of $5,000 per month.

Duration:• Berlin Prize winners are typically

in residence for a full academic semester.

• The fall semester begins in early September and ends in mid December; the spring semester is from early January through May.

• Fellowships are occasionally awarded for a full academic year.

• Recipients of the Bosch Berlin Prize in Public Policy may come for shorter stays of 6 to 8 weeks.

• The fellow in music composition is in residence for the spring.

• Recipients of 2018-19 Berlin Prizes will be notified in late February 2018.

Programs of Interest:History, Economy, Poetry, Art History, Journalism, Law, Anthropology, Musicology, Public Policy, and Writing.

Deadline:The deadline is Friday, September 29, 2017 (12 noon EST or 6 pm CET).

More Information:http://www.americanacademy.de/apply/apply-for-a-fellowship/

Image courtesy of The American Academy in Berlin.

P A R T N E R

Funding:Varies

Duration:2-6 weeks

Programs of Interest:• Agriculture• American Studies• Anthropology• Archaeology• Biology Education• Business Administration• Chemistry Education• Communications and

Journalism• Computer Science and

Information Technology• Economics• Education• Engineering Education• Environmental Science• Law• Library Science• Math Education• Peace and Conflict

Resolution Studies• Physics Education• Political Science• Public Administration• Public/Global Health• Social Work• Sociology• Urban Planning

Deadline/s:Six times a year the Specialist Award is due with various deadlines.

More Information:

https://fulbrightspecialist.worldlearning.org/eligibility-host-institutions/

SPECIALIST:https://exchanges.state.gov/us/program/fulbright-specialist-program

Please contact: Darlene DeMarie, PhD, USF’s Fulbright Faculty Advisor, for more information before applying at: Fulbright@usf.edu

I N T E R N AT I O N A L R E S E A R C H

SPECIALIST AWARDSThe Fulbright Specialist Program promotes linkages between US scholars and professionals and their counterparts at host institutions overseas. The program awards grants to US faculty and professionals approved to join the Specialist Roster in select disciplines to engage in short-term collaborative projects at eligible institutions in over 140 countries worldwide.

All applicants for the Fulbright Specialist Roster must be US citizens. Non-US citizens who have legal permanent residency status in the United States are not eligible for Fulbright grants. Applicants must have significant experience in their respective field, as demonstrated by professional, academic, or artistic achievements. Applicant must be able to travel overseas for 14 to 42 days (length varies depending on project).

While applicants who have previously participated in a Fulbright exchange are eligible to participate in the Fulbright Specialist Program, preference will be given to candidates who have not previously received a Fulbright grant.

Applicants are required to disclose any prior convictions of a felony or a misdemeanor, including Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), but excluding minor traffic violations. Applicant must not have resided abroad for five or more consecutive years in the last six years at time of application. For the purposes of this program, a period of nine months or more during a calendar year is considered to constitute a full year abroad.

During the past 12 months, applicant must not have been an employee of the US Department of State, the US Agency for International Development, or a public or private organization (excluding educational institutions) under contract to the US Department of State to administer the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ exchange programs. Immediate families (i.e. spouses and dependent children) of these individuals are also ineligible for the program.

Previous Fulbright Specialist Roster candidates whose tenure on the Roster has expired must wait two years from the date of their tenure expiration before they are eligible to apply to join the Fulbright Specialist Roster for another tenure. Religious workers, lay or ordained, are not eligible for consideration if their projects involve engaging in pastoral, missionary, or other professional religious activities.